Health - Health Digest

Jay Wilson

The Side Effects Of Losing Your Sense Of Touch

Touch shouldn't be taken for granted. The ability to experience the world through touch can be lost -- and when that happens, a host of side effects can occur.

Man holding right side in pain with gallbladder attack

Jeremy Brown

How A Gallbladder Attack Is Treated

If you experience a gallbladder attack, you will immediately be made aware of it. Here's what to look out for and how to prevent it from occurring.

Brynna Standen

What Does 'ABDCE' Stand For In Diagnosing Skin Lesions?

While skin lesions can be normal, there are times when they may be deadly. Identifying potentially dangerous skin lesions is as easy as ABCDE.

Amanda Vining

Why You Have Bumps Around Your Nipples

For most people, finding a bump around the nipples can be alarming at first. However, there are certain causes as to why they emerge in the area.

Brie Schmidt

Are People More Likely To Lose Weight When Offered Cash Incentives?

The struggle to lose weight affects a number of people. Therefore, some experts looked into including financial incentives for some to shed a couple of pounds.

Brie Schmidt

Why You Should Never Spray Perfume In Your Hair

A spritz of perfume can offer a boost of confidence on a first date or during a job interview. However, applying it to your hair may not be the best thing.

Erin Marie

How To Know If You Have A Food Allergy Or An Intolerance

Food allergies and intolerances can be hard to distinguish. In this interview, biochemist Dr. Hart explains how to tell them apart.

Diana Bocco

What Does It Mean When Cancer Is In Remission?

When it comes to cancer, doctors carefully choose to use the term remission. This is typically done because being in remission covers a wide range of results.

Andra Picincu

Is It Safe To Take Estrogen During Pregnancy?

Estrogen supplements can be prescribed to pregnant women or those trying to conceive. However, the million-dollar question is if it's actually safe.

Robin Rothstein

Eating These Foods Can Give You Nightmares

Many people have nightmares on a weekly basis. What some may not know is that certain foods may increase the chance of having them. Here's what you should know.

Brie Schmidt

Are Foot Peel Masks Beneficial?

Nowadays, some are using foot peel masks for a number of reasons. However, there are some factors to consider before you begin slathering them on your feet.

Isabel Cohen

What Is Antibacterial Deodorant And Is It Right For You?

Nowadays, different products are sold to keep underarm odor at bay. However, antibacterial deodorant is a bit different than what some may be used to.

A. Sooter

How To Deal With A Tricky Eyelid Skin Tag

While skin tags can be found between folds of skin, some can grow on or near the eyelid. Luckily, there are ways to get around the skin tag.

Sabika Hassan

How To Naturally Boost Your Blood Platelets

Apart from red and white blood cells, platelets are critical to blood composition. If you have low platelet count, here are some tips to boost them at home.

Jeremy Brown

What Is Stimming And What Does It Mean?

How someone goes about stimming may look a bit different to a person who has never seen it. However, it doesn't mean it's a negative trait to be concerned with.

Jeremy Brown

Why You Should Never Share A Bar Of Soap

While in the shower, whether at home or visiting a friend, we may reach for the bar of soap. However, you may want to think twice before sharing soap bars.

Sabika Hassan

Can You Manage High Blood Pressure Without Medication?

If you're diagnosed with hypertension, there's a lot you can do at home to control the blood pressure -- primarily by adopting a healthier lifestyle.

Salt water in a glass cup and salt in a teaspoon

Nicole LaMarco

Gargling Salt Water Has More Benefits Than You Think

Mom was right all along when she said gargling with salt water can help a sore throat. And the old home remedy comes along with many more health benefits.

Jeremy Brown

What Does It Mean When You Have Swollen Gums Around One Tooth?

With dental care, the focus tends to be on the teeth themselves -- but your gums shouldn't be overlooked. Here's what swelling around one tooth may mean.

A. Sooter

Beauty Treatments That May Not Be Safe For Darker Skin Tones

Not all skin types react to beauty treatments the same way. There may be a difference in how a person's skin color interacts with certain treatments.

Joanna Marie

Ingredients You Should Always Look For In Eczema Treatment Products

Eczema can be treated with various over-the-counter and prescription medications. Here's what to look for -- and avoid -- to solve your itchy skin woes.

man in blue shirt trying to smell an orange

Heather Collins

The Side Effects Of Losing Your Sense Of Smell

Losing your sense of smell can be scary, and it comes with a host of side effects.

Jay Wilson

Myths You Should Stop Believing About COPD

COPD is a common chronic lung disease that develops due to an accumulation of exposure to toxins. Myths abound about the disease, and we're here to dispel them.

Jeremy Brown

Do Condoms Cause Cancer?

There may be risks associated with using a condom, including an allergic reaction to latex. However, some wonder if cancer could be among the risks.

Isabel Cohen

Can Drug Store Reading Glasses Harm Your Eyesight?

Reading glasses typically become necessary as we age. But given the cost of prescription lenses, you may wonder if there's any harm in OTC drugstore glasses.

Woman exercising on hot day with bottle of water

Jeremy Brown

Do You Burn More Calories Exercising When It's Hot Or Cold?

There are a number of theories as to the best way to lose weight, ranging from the best form of exercise to even what temperature is best to exercise in.

Sandy Masinter

Ménière's Disease: A Comprehensive Guide

Have you ever heard of Ménière's disease? Well, it's a thing. And we've got the symptoms, causes, and common treatments right here.